About

A Little About the Girl Behind the Machine

Hello and welcome! I’m Kristen and the maker behind KD Quilts. I started KD Quilts 14 years ago as a way to document my creative journey when I decided to take my quilting skills to the next level.

Creating has always been an essential part of who I am. My sewing journey began in high school during home economics, where I crafted a pillow and a pair of shorts. After graduation, I stopped sewing for a while. I pursued a career in teaching but left the classroom after my oldest son was born. One Christmas, I received a sewing machine as a gift, a basic Singer Simple, that I didn’t even know I wanted. Little did I know, that small gift would shape the person I am today!

Growing up around sewing, I always had a passion for fabric and patterns. Once I had that little sewing machine, I found myself collecting Anna Maria and Tula prints without any specific plans, simply because I loved them. My fat quarter collection was rapidly growing. Combining my deep appreciation for cozy designs with a beautiful fabric collection, it was only natural that I became a quilter!
Over the past 14 years, I’ve contributed to books, magazines, and blog tours, released several independent patterns, and created numerous tutorials. After taking a break to focus on my family, I am now back full-time—not only continuing my work with memory quilts but also creating new tutorials and patterns for all of you!